When disaster strikes or chaos breaks loose, trust in God

A small train in the Midwest was once moving through a violent storm. Lightning flashed. Thunder boomed. Rain swept down in driving sheets against the windows. Water rose on the tracks. The cars lurched back and forth. Chaos reigned everywhere. People began shouting in frustration, some even cursing. Terror, confusion and fear gripped all the passengers. All, that is, but one little girl in pigtails. Calmly she sat in her seat, peaceful and happy, reading a favorite book. "Little girl, little girl, how can you be so calm in this terrible storm," shouted a very upset older man. "Aren't you afraid?" The little girl slowly looked up, smiled sweetly and said. "No sir, everything is going to be OK. You don't have to worry because my daddy is the engineer."

What storm are you facing this week in your life? What battles are you fighting? What's taken the wind out of your sails? When you are able to trust God, then you can rest in peace, just like the little girl whose dad was in control of the train. God is in full control of our lives. When we trust Him, no matter how difficult a challenge may be. God walks through that challenge with us, sustaining us by His strength. Never fear. Never fret. Never be dismayed. Never doubt. We are in the palms of His hands. We are His beloved, the apple of His eye. He is our rock, our fortress and our deliverer. Be encouraged, the storm is going to pass and you are going to be fine.

We need not despair over the difficulties in our lives. God has a very definite design and purpose in everything. He will see us through them all. Here is a verse to encourage you this week:

"Be strong and courageous for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9

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